Bangkok, Thailand, December 12, 2025 / TRAVELINDEX / Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok welcomes the festive season with experiences that bring together riverside tradition, celebrated cuisine and the timeless charm of the city’s most historic hotel. Throughout December, the hotel is adorned with seasonal touches, signature flavours and joyful moments that invite guests to gather, indulge and celebrate in a setting known for its warmth and grace.

From the cherished Festive Afternoon Tea at The Authors’ Lounge to a distinguished collection of handcrafted hampers, the festive season at Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok is shaped by thoughtful details and the spirit of togetherness.

Festive Afternoon Tea

Throughout December, The Authors’ Lounge presents its Festive Afternoon Tea, combining seasonal whimsy with the elegance of one of Bangkok’s most iconic salons. The menu includes savouries such as smoked salmon “Christmas tree” sandwiches, Paris ham and Comté “gloves”, and egg and winter black truffle “ornaments”, followed by warm traditional scones, house-made jams and a selection of pastries, from Mont Blanc “snowballs” to Grand Cru chocolate “yule logs” and classic Stollen. Served with a curated tea selection, the experience captures the charm and nostalgia of the season. The Festive Afternoon Tea experience is priced at THB 3,200 ++ per person.

Festive Hampers

Share the season’s most thoughtful pleasures with friends and family through the 2025 Festive Hampers from The Mandarin Oriental Shop. The collection includes two signature offerings: The Oriental Luxury Hamper (THB 17,500) and The Oriental Premium Hamper (THB 6,200), each beautifully presented and filled with artisanal treats. Both hampers feature festive classics such as English Fruit Cake, Stollen, traditional Panettone, raspberry Linzer cookies, organic mulberry honey, chocolate-coated nuts, Black Highland Tea with young ginger and the hotel’s celebrated Biscuit de Savoie.

An extended range of seasonal cakes, macarons, gingerbread, chocolate figurines and hand-crafted jams provides additional ways to share the flavours of the season.

For guests celebrating at home, the Festive Gourmet collection offers roasted Christmas turkey, mulberry honey-glazed ham, Beef Wellington, organic duck, seafood towers and other specialities crafted for effortless holiday gatherings.

Christmas Eve by the River

24 December 2025

The season’s highlight is on Christmas Eve with the International Buffet Dinner at Riverside Terrace, where guests begin the evening with a welcome cocktail at The Authors’ Lounge before heading through the garden for the hotel’s signature Christmas Eve celebration; THB 12,000 net per adult, THB 7,000 net per child (6–12 years).

Soft lights, holiday décor and the gentle flow of the Chao Phraya set the mood for a festive night ahead. The generous international buffet features premium seafood, Thai specialities and Christmas favourites, accompanied by Christmas carols, live performances by Khun Pure and Khun Platong, and cheerful appearances by Santa and his Santarinas. As the evening draws to a close, a festive firework display lights the river in celebration.

The hotel also presents three exceptional Christmas Eve menus:

• Alex Dilling at Lord Jim’s: A six-course contemporary European dinner showcasing seasonal ingredients; THB 9,800 net per person.
• Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie: A seven-course tasting menu reflecting her philosophy of suffusion with flavours layering in perfect harmony; THB 22,000 net per person.
• Baan Phraya: A ten-course Thai menu by Chef Pom Phatchara inspired by heritage recipes and crafted with her signature finesse; THB 8,500 net per person.

New Year’s Eve by the River

31 December 2025

Riverside Terrace – International Buffet Dinner

Following the festive warmth of the season, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok ushers in the New Year with Fabulous ’50s, a Broadway-inspired celebration at Riverside Terrace. Sparkling lights, elegant décor and the rhythm of the Chao Phraya River set the tone for an evening filled with charm and celebration. Guests begin with a welcome cocktail at The Authors’ Lounge before making their way to the riverside for a lively programme featuring a lavish international buffet with premium seafood, seasonal favourites and global classics, live music by Sun Band, the graceful Hoy Hon Dance and a brilliant fireworks display to welcome 2026. At THB 35,000 net per adult; THB 24,000 net per child (6–12 years).

Alex Dilling at Lord Jim’s – Six-Course Dinner

Welcome the New Year with an exceptional six-course menu by Chef Alex Dilling. Distinguished by refined European technique and the finest seasonal ingredients, the experience is intimate and elegant, complemented by attentive service and river views. A fitting way to usher in 2026. At THB 26,000 net per person.

Anne-Sophie Pic at Le Normandie – Seven-Course Dinner

Celebrate the arrival of 2026 with a remarkable seven-course menu by Chef Anne-Sophie Pic. Each dish reflects her philosophy of suffusion – a gentle layering of aromas, textures and flavours. Framed by panoramic river views and the celebratory atmosphere of the season, this gastronomic experience offers a fitting way to begin the New Year. At THB 45,000 net per person.

Terrace Rim Naam – Thai Buffet Dinner

At Terrace Rim Naam, welcome the New Year with a distinctly Thai spirit and an extensive Thai-inspired buffet complemented by live performances from artists of The Voice Thailand. Lively entertainment, lucky draw moments and a front-row view of the midnight fireworks create a joyful riverside evening filled with warmth and cultural charm. At THB 26,000 net per adult; THB 17,000 net per child (6–12 years).

Festive Wonders Room Offer

Celebrate the season beside the River of Kings with a stay that captures the warmth and wonder of the holidays. The Festive Wonders offer includes ten percent savings on the room rate, daily breakfast for two at The Verandah – extended to four guests when booking a Two-Bedroom Suite – along with festive in-room amenities and seasonal activities at The Little Fan’s Club. Additional benefits await when logging in to, or joining, Fans of M.O. Valid from 1 December 2025 to 11 January 2026, with a minimum two-night stay.

As the festive season unfolds across the hotel’s most cherished spaces, Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok continues its long tradition of bringing people together through refined hospitality and meaningful moments. Whether enjoyed over afternoon tea, shared through thoughtful gifts or celebrated beside the river, the holidays at the Mandarin Oriental offer an experience shaped by warmth and shared moments.

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